Senior Roadway Project Manager

Lead with Expertise as a Senior Roadway Project Manager - Innovate, Mentor, and Deliver Transportation SolutionsAre you ready to make a meaningful impact on the way people move through their communities? Do you excel at solving complex infrastructure challenges and bringing forward designs that enhance safety, mobility, and long‑term resilience?CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Senior Roadway Project Manager to join our Highway & Rail Team in Columbus, OH or Cleveland, OH, where you will help shape the future of transportation networks across the region. This is your opportunity to guide high‑visibility projects, mentor emerging engineers, and advance technical excellence that strengthens the communities we serve.Lead proposal development and create clear scopes, schedules, and budgets in coordination with transportation technical teamsServe as the primary client partner, addressing needs proactively and ensuring strong communication throughout each projectDevelop project Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and direct task coordination across multidisciplinary project teamsManage project schedules, deliverables, approvals, and quality controls to keep work on track and aligned with contract requirementsOversee project financials—including budgets, forecasts, revenue, and cash flow—maintaining strong financial performanceDirect contract administration, subcontractor coordination, and critical project documentationLead regular project meetings and provide timely progress updates to clients and internal stakeholdersSupport marketing efforts, help identify new opportunities, and contribute to the growth of CHA’s Highway & Rail portfolioBachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering requiredMinimum of 4 years of discipline-specific engineering experience required; minimum of 6 years of project management experience requiredProfessional Engineer (PE) license requiredAdvanced proficiency in engineering, computational, and modeling software (Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.), as well as Microsoft OfficeStrong knowledge of QA/QC procedures, business practices, and engineering lawsProven leadership skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative environmentExcellent verbal and written communication skills and leadership skills with the ability to adapt style for various audiencesParticipation in professional engineering societies/organizations preferredProven ability to manage client relationships and interpret client contract requirementsDemonstrated experience preparing proposals, project plans, extra work authorizations, and project closeout documents requiredExperience managing project accounting processes—including forecasting, budgeting, revenue, and cash flow—requiredAbility to work in a team environment, solve problems independently, and manage multiple projects simultaneouslyLead innovative highway and rail projects that make a visible, lasting impact on mobility, safety, and sustainabilityWork alongside passionate engineers, planners, and technical specialists who drive excellence in every phase of deliveryEnjoy a collaborative, growth‑focused culture where your ideas, expertise, and professional development are valuedCurious about the impactful work our Highway & Rail team is doing? Discover our innovative projects and commitment to excellence by visiting: https://www.chasolutions.com/solutions/transportation/. $120,000 - $140,000Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways - always searching, never settling - to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.#LI-CB1

Created: 2026-02-12